Center for Organoid Systems (COS)

Developing advanced human organoid technologies to model and explore human biology and cure disease.

One of the most exciting emerging technologies in biomedicine is the generation and study of organoids, organ-like structures derived from primary tissue or pluripotent stem cells. Human organoids are becoming invaluable tools in our effort to understand, replicate, and modulate organ formation for cell therapy purposes, but also to better understand and fight cancer.
The vision of the Center for Organoid Systems (COS) is to boost organoid technology by bringing together leading experts in various disciplines, including medicine, cell biology, microbiology, gene therapy, computer science, biophysics, and bioelectronics. Implementing artificial intelligence (AI), bioengineering, and nanotechnology approaches will further accelerate the translation of next-generation treatment options for patients suffering from the most debilitating diseases, including heart disease, cancer, diabetes, and neurodegeneration.
The COS bridges the TUM Schools of Natural Sciences, Life Sciences, Computation, Information and Technology, and Medicine and Health with the TUM University Hospital. Integration into this world-class research environment provides unique opportunities to drive new breakthroughs in human biology and medicine.